Betel Leaf, Paan (Small Leaf Form) subtropical Container plant for patios

Container plant for patios

It is suited to growing in most of the North Island in the ground or elsewhere in a container

Soil: Use peat-based soil

Partially self fertile with predominantly A-type flowers

heart-shaped foliage on long white stems

Betel Leaf, Paan (Small Leaf Form) subtropical Container plant for patiosPaan or Piper betle is the leaf of a vine belonging to the Piperaceae family which includes pepper and kava. The leaves are edible and mildly bitter and aromatic. In India and a few other Asian countries it is common to eat 'Masala Paan' (sliced betel nut, lime powder and other spices rolled up in betel leaves) after food. But it's also a beautiful ornamental climber in its own right. Taller plants may be pruned to around 20cm ease of shipping.